AmyRN303 BSN, RN

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    My rights after pt assault

    AmyRN303 replied to RadioJenn's topic in General Nursing

    RadioJenn, do we work at the same hospital? That sounds very familiar, unfortunately. I'd honestly push the case as far as you could. No one has the right to treat anyone that way. It sounds as though...
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    When confidentiality isn't quite the same

    AmyRN303 replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    No, no, no. Women are not "happy to let it all out". People who are sick bypass the modesty issue because they are used to providers of all genders displaying professionalism, even in awkward or...
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    Is nursing school really "that" bad?

    AmyRN303 replied to Nurseades2b's topic in General Students

    Nursing school is demanding, yes. Like some of the others have said, it's nothing compared to your first year on the job. I was a single mom of four during nursing school, and everything still got...
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    Difficult Patient - Definition

    AmyRN303 replied to JacobJohnson's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sometimes the most technically "easy" patient is actually the most "share the love with others" patient, as Ixchel said. I've often had that situation happen. I don't think there's any standardization...
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    Best way to learn IV skills?

    AmyRN303 replied to Sara-Allison's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Many hospitals here have training/skills labs which have hours available....don't know if this is a possibility for you, but it's a great
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    PICC Line: Flushes, But No Blood Return

    AmyRN303 replied to SleeepyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Mine as well...just shows how common the problem
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    Are You Protected Against Identity Theft? - FREE Offer for Nurses

    AmyRN303 replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    You may have to resize or reformat your proof of nursing photo. I did mine on mobile, tapped "page back" and re-entered my .jpeg and it went
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    PICC Line: Flushes, But No Blood Return

    AmyRN303 replied to SleeepyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Sometimes you'll get a little fibrin flap on the end of the lumen....kind of flaps over on one side so you can flush, but when you go to draw back, it occludes the lumen so you get no return. Try...
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    why do many MAs and CNAs call themselves nurses?

    AmyRN303 replied to murseforever's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    We do too, though there are rumors of mandated uniforms. I've yet to see a patient misidentify their nurse/NA/RT...as we are part of the critical care line, we float to several other critical care...
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    Apple Watch - Why I Love It!

    AmyRN303 replied to traumaRUs's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I think I want one....practical question: does the clasp stretch out over time? I lost my Fitbit early in my orientation because the clasp (which looks similar to the apple watch) stretched out and it...
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    Nurse Slang Yo!

    AmyRN303 replied to ladysushi's topic in General Nursing

    Any gentleman with white hair and a beard= Santa guy. I've had a few Santa guys. I often refer to patients "buying themselves xyz", as in, "Santa guy freaked out, ripped off all his leads, and ran...
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    Feeling Very Discouraged

    AmyRN303 replied to loveflowers's topic in General Students

    I'm still a little curious as to how you've experienced several preceptors in a few weeks' time, but I'll bite on your initial question: sometimes what initially seems criticism or negativity may not,...
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    Nurses with pedometers - How far do you walk?

    AmyRN303 replied to ixchel's topic in Health, Stress Management

    And I usually hit 11k during a shift. Usually a couple of transfers, couple of walks down for
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    Nurses with pedometers - How far do you walk?

    AmyRN303 replied to ixchel's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I have a walkingspree inspire, comes with a wristband and a clip, about $40 if I remember correctly. I got it right after my Fitbit fell off my wrist, never to be seen again. I prefer the clip, and...
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    School Loans

    AmyRN303 replied to Ryandoug72's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was hoping it was "lion". :) Be careful about getting in over your head as far as loans. It can be done, but be careful about the rates and the amount borrowed over time. I had to borrow some...
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    why do many MAs and CNAs call themselves nurses?

    AmyRN303 replied to murseforever's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    *****standing up,
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    why do many MAs and CNAs call themselves nurses?

    AmyRN303 replied to murseforever's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You are, though you say you don't feel like one. Is that because it's still so new? There are so many different capacities for nurses....even big male alpha murses :) you'll find your
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    New grad on step down icu unit

    AmyRN303 replied to Jrodri01's topic in Critical Care

    You can expect to see anything, and everything! It sounds simplistic, but you really will have the opportunity to see a wide variety of problems (which makes those review of systems cramming you may...
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    Deadly medication errors!

    AmyRN303 replied to Nurseling Kathy's topic in Patient Medications

    Always remember your rights of medication, and double check. As for lookalike, soundalike meds, this is a great reference.
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    Interviewing

    AmyRN303 replied to Crosobien's topic in General Nursing

    Business or business casual, though if you're unsure of what constitutes business casual in the setting, go business. A nice blouse and pants or a suit is always appreciated, even if the position...
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    Feeling Very Discouraged

    AmyRN303 replied to loveflowers's topic in General Students

    On 8/14, OP asked how easy it was to get into Columbia. Apparently she was accepted quickly, as on 8/27 she states she is a nursing student at
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    Bad nursing instructor

    AmyRN303 replied to Jm12345's topic in General Students

    Actually, you should have already read the terms of service before posting, so they have corrected you. Coming in here disregarding the established rules is an easy way to have yourself disregarded...
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    Bad nursing instructor

    AmyRN303 replied to Jm12345's topic in General Students

    Me too....I'm all about "heloping" people,
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    why do many MAs and CNAs call themselves nurses?

    AmyRN303 replied to murseforever's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    "Industry"....oh, yeah, you found it I posted several times about the value of all team members, but that "nurse" was a protected title....I think I'm done now. The "heck yeah" replies boggle
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    why do many MAs and CNAs call themselves nurses?

    AmyRN303 replied to murseforever's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sorry, the Show Me your Stethoscope Facebook